Total Rewards Manager

Imprimis Group; Irving (TX); Remote; USD 62,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

Imprimis Group is seeking an experienced Total Rewards Manager to oversee benefits, leaves of absence, and payroll operations across the United States and beyond. This remote, temp-to-hire role manages two direct reports and acts as a hands-on resource for complex employee matters and process improvements.

The ideal candidate blends strong technical expertise with practical leadership, supporting international leave administration and collaborating with HR, Finance, Legal, and external vendors

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Finance, or related field, or equivalent experience.
• Minimum 7 years of progressive experience in Total Rewards, Benefits, Payroll, HR Operations, or a related field.
• Extensive hands-on experience managing complex U.S. leaves of absence, including FMLA, ADA, and state leave programs.
• Working knowledge of international leave administration, particularly Canada and South Africa.
• Strong employee benefits administration and compliance experience.
• Experience supervising, coaching, or leading HR professionals.
• Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and ability to identify discrepancies.
• Excellent communication, problem-solving, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to independently support benefits, leave, and payroll processes as needed.

Responsibilities

• Lead, coach, and support two Total Rewards team members.
• Oversee benefits administration, leaves of absence, and payroll operations.
• Provide expert guidance on U.S. leave regulations, including FMLA, ADA, and state-specific requirements.
• Support international leave administration, particularly in Canada and South Africa.
• Resolve complex employee benefits, leave, and payroll inquiries.
• Review, audit, and finalize outsourced payroll processes, ensuring accuracy and compliance.
• Serve as an operational backup for benefits, leaves, and payroll functions when needed.
• Collaborate with HR, Finance, Legal, and external vendors on compliance and employee matters.
• Identify opportunities to streamline processes, strengthen compliance, and improve the employee experience.

Skills

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Discrepancy identification

Communication

Problem-solving

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR/Business/Finance

Tools

Workday

HRIS platforms

Job description

Total Rewards Manager Remote (U.S.) | $45–$50/hour | Temp-to-Hire

Imprimis Group is partnering with an established global organization seeking an experienced Total Rewards Manager to oversee employee benefits, leaves of absence, and payroll operations.

This fully remote, temp-to-hire opportunity is ideal for a collaborative HR professional who combines strong technical expertise with hands‑on leadership. Candidates located in the Eastern or Central Time Zones are preferred.

Position Overview

The Total Rewards Manager will oversee benefits, leave administration, and payroll compliance across the United States, Canada, and South Africa. This position manages two direct reports and serves as a hands‑on resource for complex employee matters, operational support, and process improvements.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, coach, and support two Total Rewards team members.
• Oversee benefits administration, leaves of absence, and payroll operations.
• Provide expert guidance on U.S. leave regulations, including FMLA, ADA, and state-specific requirements.
• Support international leave administration, particularly in Canada and South Africa.
• Resolve complex employee benefits, leave, and payroll inquiries.
• Review, audit, and finalize outsourced payroll processes, ensuring accuracy and compliance.
• Serve as an operational backup for benefits, leaves, and payroll functions when needed.
• Collaborate with HR, Finance, Legal, and external vendors on compliance and employee matters.
• Identify opportunities to streamline processes, strengthen compliance, and improve the employee experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Finance, or related field, or equivalent experience.
• Minimum 7 years of progressive experience in Total Rewards, Benefits, Payroll, HR Operations, or a related field.
• Extensive hands‑on experience managing complex U.S. leaves of absence, including FMLA, ADA, and state leave programs.
• Working knowledge of international leave administration, particularly Canada and South Africa.
• Strong employee benefits administration and compliance experience.
• Experience supervising, coaching, or leading HR professionals.
• Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and ability to identify discrepancies.
• Excellent communication, problem-solving, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to independently support benefits, leave, and payroll processes as needed.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting global HR or Total Rewards operations.
• Familiarity with outsourced payroll administration and compliance.
• Experience with Workday or comparable HRIS platforms.
• HR certifications such as SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, PHR, SPHR, CEBS, or CPP.
• Experience partnering with external vendors, payroll providers, and compliance advisors.

Position Details

• Location: 100% Remote – United States
• Preferred Time Zones: Eastern or Central
• Compensation: $45–$50/hour
• Employment Type: Temp-to-Hire
• Schedule: Full-time, with flexibility to support international teams as needed
• Travel: Approximately 5% as needed

Imprimis Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer.